2024 Mazda MX-5 RF GT review
The Mazda MX-5 is the best selling roadster of all time, but it doesn't need a soft top or a manual transmission to make sense.
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Josh Nevett
Mazda MX-5 vs BMW 2 Series Comparison
Mazda MX-5
BMW 2 Series
2025 Mazda
MX-5
vs
2025 BMW
2 Series
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CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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CarExpert Rating
Very Good
This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Based on the BMW 2 Series
Best suitable for...
City driving
Fun
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
45L
306 to 324 km
42L - 52L
248 to 416 km
Warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$41,210 - $57,220
$53,900 - $68,800
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Deputy Marketplace Editor
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
NA
Reviews
NA
Ready To Buy
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Specs
| Type | ||
| PETROL DIRECT INJECTION | TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1998 | 1499 - 2998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L | 3.0L, 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| 4 | 6, 4, 3 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 12 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 135kW | 103kW - 285kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7000 | 4600 - 5800 | |
| Torque | ||
| 205Nm | 220Nm - 500Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4000 | 1350 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| 91.2 | 94.6 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
